1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Orion |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
